Using hCG in Men on Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) – A Clinical Review Introduction Exogenous testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can profoundly suppress the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis through negative feedback. By...
Thanks to Dr Sun for this diagram. Timeline details (left → right) YearProduct (image above/below the line)Form & delivery 1935-1937No product image—text block below the line: “Testosterone first synthesized” with a bullet list of early...
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) can be life-changing for many men suffering with low testosterone symptoms. However, there are crucial facts that most men are not told by their physicians before they start TRT. Here are the top facts that...
This scientific paper investigates the effects of smoking cessation on hormonal levels in men, specifically focusing on steroid hormones like testosterone, DHEA, DHEAS, cortisol, and sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG). The researchers aimed to...
From this thread: WARNING: Do not believe Internet "gurus" proclaiming no need to manage hematocrit on TRT - Excel Male TRT Forum Underlying Physiological Mechanisms Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) and Erythrocytosis: Exogenous...
Introduction Many common medications – both prescription and over-the-counter – can influence the muscle mass and strength gains achievable through resistance exercise. Some drugs impair or blunt muscle hypertrophy and strength development, while...
Briefing: Erection Supplements and Erectile Dysfunction (ED) This briefing reviews information from the "Erection Supplements- Do They Work to Improve ED?" discussion on the Excel Male TRT Forum, focusing on the efficacy, safety, and regulatory...
Debunking the Myth About High Hematocrit in Men on TRT I know many of you want to feel reassured that managing hematocrit isn’t necessary. However, misinformation is spreading, with some "bro science" videos and even a few so-called expert...
Struggling with HCG mixing calculations and proper dilution ratios? Understanding how to reconstitute human chorionic gonadotropin correctly is essential for men on testosterone replacement therapy who want to maintain fertility and testicular...
Briefing Document: Estradiol in Men on TRT Source: Excerpts from "High Estradiol in Men on TRT: What to Do" by Nelson Viegel (excelmale.com) 1. The Role and Importance of Estradiol in Men Core Idea: Estradiol, often misconstrued as a solely...
A new study published in Scientific Reports (Nature Publishing Group) has found a potential link between eating foods rich in live microbes—like those found in yogurt, kefir, kimchi, and other fermented foods—and higher testosterone levels in...
No matter what kind of TRT your doctor has given you, a common question is where to inject testosterone. For decades, most men have injected their testosterone intramuscularly (IM), primarily into the glutes, quadriceps, or deltoids, using a 1 to...
